Confirming recent reports that he was in talks to voice a starring role in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana (2016), former WWE superstar Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson took to Twitter to announce that he will be assuming the role of Maui.

New Disney Store arrivals and sales for December 3, 2014 Below is a list of new items and sales now available for purchase at Disney Store. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on Disney Store in another window. Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability. Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.

Artist Thomas Scott draws the line with Mickey and Minnie. Part of the vibrant D-Tour series, this limited edition collectible Eachez figure is available in two different designs – Mickey and Minnie – but you won’t know which one you’ve got. share this item

Vinylmation collectors will put a bounty on this limited edition Star Wars Holiday Special Boba Fett figure. Part of the Star Wars Series 4 collection, the galaxy’s most notorious bounty hunter was created by artist Casey Jones. share this item

Sulley’s soft and huggable plush pillow is guaranteed to scare nightmares away, leaving only the sweetest dreams. Night or nap, you’ll find a furry reversible pillow that poses as a plush monster by day when you secure his belly strap! share this item

Bring the landmark Walt Disney World location into your home with this Town Square Miniature by Olszewski. This finely detailed architectural model features special lighting and a Christmas tree accessory for the holiday season. share this item

Your little one will be right in step with Mickey when they wear this fun coverall. Featuring an allover Mickey print, an embroidered Mickey, and attached Mickey booties, they’ll be head over heels in love with Mickey. share this item

In constant training you will be with our Yoda Lightsaber, featuring a glowing green blade to inspire young Jedi. Practice using the lights, motion-sensor sounds, and dueling lightsaber effects until ready you are for battle! share this item

Minnie gets the tea party rolling with this Sweet Treats Cart. It includes everything your young host will need to serve up some delicious fun. There’s a teapot, cups, saucers, and play cupcakes, all delivered on the rolling cart. share this item

Minnie’s here to help tidy up around the house. This play vacuum will provide dizzying delights as it lights up, sends colored beads swirling around, and delivers sound effects that will send a big smile sweeping across her face. share this item

Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has released some behind-the-scenes b-roll footage from the upcoming Pixie Hollow film, Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast (March 3, 2015), which is now available for pre-order. The footage features lead actors Mae Whitman (Tinker Bell), Megan Hilty (Rosetta), Ginnifer Goodwin (Fawn) and Rosario Dawson (Nyx) recording lines from the film. Since it includes actual dialogue from the film, it should be considered a spoiler. You can find the video embedded below.

New Disney Store arrivals and sales for December 2, 2014 Below is a list of new items and sales now available for purchase at Disney Store. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on Disney Store in another window. Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability. Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.

Sumthing Else Music Works, together with Disney Interactive and Harmonix, release the Disney Fantasia: Music Evolved Original Soundtrack, featuring the original score and classical music selections from the musical motion game. share this item

The Hundred-Foot Journey abounds with flavors. A stimulating triumph over exile, blossoming with passion and heart, it is a portrayal of two worlds colliding and one boy’s drive to find the comfort of home in every pot. share this item

The Hundred-Foot Journey abounds with flavors. A stimulating triumph over exile, blossoming with passion and heart, it is a portrayal of two worlds colliding and one boy’s drive to find the comfort of home in every pot. share this item

Explore the untold story of Disney’s most iconic villain in Maleficent, a wicked twist on the classic Sleeping Beauty. Journey beyond the fairytale in this soaring, ”visually arresting,” adventure. share this item

Disney proudly presents the award winning first season of Disney Mickey Mouse. The whole family will adore this collection of 19 cartoon shorts, complete with an exciting Making of bonus feature. share this item

They’ll get wound-up with joy for our retro Wind-Up Toy. Wind the scooter and watch Mickey roll across your table or desk – then do it all over again! Switch the ”on” button at rear bumper and Mickey’s voice will be triggered by impact. share this item

Venture into the dark forest with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, but watch out for the Wicked Queen and her potent poisoned apple! Our tempting tee, reproducing the classic Fantasyland attraction poster, is available for a limited time only. share this item

Travel to a galaxy far, far away where an embroidered Stormtrooper is found amid a florid floral ”folk art” pattern on a fashionable faux leather wallet by Loungefly. It’s the cosmic end for carrying cards, coins, and cash! share this item

Travel to a galaxy far, far away where an embroidered Stormtrooper is found amid a flourid foral ”folk art” pattern on a fashionable faux leather tote bag by Loungefly. It will ferry you to the moon of Endor with delight! share this item

You’ll be prompted to chime in with memories of your visit to The Haunted Mansion when you hear the sound of this hand bell ringing. A detailed bat figure perches atop the metal bell, both of which have a frightfully convincing bronze patina. share this item

Nominations for the 42nd Annual Annie Awards were announced earlier today, honoring the best animation in film, television, video games and beyond for the previous year. The Walt Disney Company made a strong showing, as one might expect, with Big Hero 6 and ‘Disney’s Mickey Mouse’ cartoons, but Craig McCracken’s ‘Wonder Over Yonder’ on Disney XD is also respectable in its showing, while new series ‘Star Wars Rebels’ struggled to make an impact with just one nomination, as did ‘Sofia the First’ which failed to show at all.

Disney Junior has released the first official title for its upcoming animated series, ‘Miles from Tomorrowland,’ which is scheduled to debut in 2015. You can find the teaser embedded below.

Set in outer space, the series charts the missions of the Callisto family – 7-year-old Miles, big sister Loretta and their scientist parents Phoebe and Leo, who work for the Tomorrowland Transit Authority. Each episode features two 11-minute adventure-filled stories as Miles and his family explore strange new worlds, taking young viewers and their families on a journey that fuels kids’ natural interest in the universe, and at the same time reminding them that what matters most is what lies closer to home – the family bond.

Walt Disney Studios UK has released a new featurette announcing former Spice Girl and now reality television judge Mel B in the role of Fury, a scout fairy in the upcoming Pixie Hollow film, Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast (March 3, 2015), which is now available for pre-order. Ahead of any official announcement from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, it appears Mel B’s role may be localized for the UK as her video makes reference to fellow X Factor judges Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, Louis Walsh and Simon Cowell. You can find the video embedded below.

New Disney Store arrivals and sales for December 1, 2014 Below is a list of new items and sales now available for purchase at Disney Store. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on Disney Store in another window. Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability. Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.

Mickey Mouse and Pluto ”Gone Fishing” Figurine – $65.00Mickey and Pluto take time out from the world’s hectic pace to kick back and enjoy a day of old-fashioned fishing on this fully sculptured figurine inspired by the nostalgic art of Charles and Bruce Boyer. share this item

Disney Divas Runway Shoe Pin Set – $29.95Fit another selection of iconic slippers into your Disney pin collection with this set of seven designs, each themed to a different delightful diva. Inspired by Disney’s Runway Shoe Ornament Collection. share this item

Rapunzel and Mother Gothel Pin Set – $13.95Collectors will climb any tower to get this sparkling cloisonné pin set pairing the heroine and villainess from Disney’s modern classic Tangled. share this item

Walt Disney World Logo Long Sleeve Tee for Men – $39.95Take home warm memories of the Magic Kingdom and all the other highlights of your Walt Disney World vacation in this long sleeve souvenir tee with embroidered ”D” icon appliqué. share this item

Although moviegoers to select Regal, AMC and Cinemark theaters this weekend are being treated to a first look at the first teaser trailer for Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens (December 18, 2015), it appears the Walt Disney Company had another surprise in mind by dropping the trailer online this morning, which you can embedded see below.